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Brian's Optik 4 Review

November 5, 2024

For decades, Brian’s has been a go-to name in goalie gear, known for its innovative designs and Canadian-made quality. This November, they launched the Optik...

Jonathan Holloway

Trevor Zegras playing tossing a puck in the air with a Bauer Twitch stick

Innovation Series: Bauer Twitch Hockey Stick Review

October 18, 2024

The Bauer Twitch is the latest evolution in Bauer’s innovation series, crafted for goalscorers looking to capitalize on every scoring opportunity. The Twitch looks to...

Katie Lakusta

Bauer Protocol Pro Goalie Stick Review

October 11, 2024

Bauer's new Protocol is designed with one purpose in mind: how can we make goalies better at playing the puck. The Bauer Protocol combines a...

Jonathan Holloway

hockey Goalie making a blocker save while in butterfly position

Goalie Basics: How To Pick The Right Goalie Leg Pads

October 7, 2024

From flex profiles to slide skin, we're breaking down the key things you should consider when buying your next set of goalie leg pads. ...

Jonathan Holloway

player putting on Bauer Mach protective gear

Skating Smart: Essential Tips for Hockey Injury Prevention

September 30, 2024

By taking proactive steps to protect yourself in every situation—with the proper gear, good technique, and a well-rounded training routine—you can reduce your chances of...

Katie Lakusta

CCM Axis XF Goal Mask & Custom Mask Review

September 24, 2024

In the not-so-distant past, the process of getting a custom goalie mask began with a plaster face mold. Goaltenders would encapsulate their faces with plaster...

Cedric Hastings

Auston Matthews with the Trigger 9 stick on the ice

CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro Hockey Stick Review

August 31, 2024

CCM’s new Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro is the latest evolution in the Ribcor series, a line known for its quick release and speed. In this...

Katie Lakusta

Bauer Konekt2 Goalie Skate Review: Features and Improvements

August 22, 2024

Replacing the popular Konekt is the Konekt2; Bauer has addressed some key feedback from the previous iteration to make a more durable, comfortable and better-performing...

Cedric Hastings

close up of a hockey player holding the Nexus Tracer

Bauer Nexus Tracer Stick Review

August 2, 2024

Get ready to elevate your game with the Bauer Nexus Tracer. In this article, we’ll be looking into the features that set it as the...

Katie Lakusta

Warrior Covert QR6 Pro Stick Review

July 23, 2024

Warrior's low kick Covert line welcomes a new member: the QR6 Pro hockey stick, engineered to provide superior quick release and precision. We’ll take a...

Katie Lakusta

Bauer Supreme Shadow Hockey Skate Review

July 12, 2024

For this upcoming season, Bauer has upgraded their Supreme skate family to the Shadow line, their most innovative skate yet. In this article, we’ll review...

Katie Lakusta

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Warrior Ritual G7 Goalie Gear Review

July 8, 2024

The updated G7 line builds off the success of the G6 by incorporating several user-friendly changes inspired directly by goaltender feedback. In this review, we’ll...

Cedric Hastings

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